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Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident)

Patrick Henry School · $299/week

Silver Knights Chess Camp offers half-day morning chess instruction for children, focusing on developing strategic thinking and problem-solving skills within...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL is for the City of Alexandria's Parks and Recreation registration portal, not a dedicated website for Silver Knights Chess Camp. This makes it challenging to gather specific information about this particular camp offering, such as staff qualifications, safety policies, or detailed daily schedules. The camp is listed as 'Half Day AM' and 'Resident,' suggesting a day camp format. Silver Knights Chess Camps, in general, are well-regarded, with a Google rating of 4.9 stars based on 100+ reviews for their main organization, often praised for their engaging instructors and ability to teach chess effectively to children of various skill levels. However, without a direct camp website, details like staff-to-camper ratios, background check policies, or specific program curriculum for this Alexandria offering are not readily available. The camp is likely operated in partnership with the municipal parks department.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–11

Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident) fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 6–11
  • Hours: 9:00 am -12:00 pm
  • Address: 3000 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305
  • Phone: 703-570-7001
  • Cost notes: $299.00 (Resident)

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident)

What ages does Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident) accept?
Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident) is open to children ages 6–11. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident) cost?
Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident) publishes $299/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident)'s hours?
Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident) runs 9:00 am -12:00 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident)?
Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident) is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident) provide lunch?
Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Alexandria?
Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day AM (Resident) is one of 44 traditional day camp camps in Alexandria that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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